Located on the estuary of the Charente, the Fouras peninsula is home to 3 harbours and 5 beaches on the Atlantic coast. In an idyllic setting overlooking Fort Boyard, the project will involve renovating Fort Vauban, also known as Fort Sémaphore, which is actually the medieval fortified castle of Fouras. It protected the town from invasion by an enemy landing from the ocean. It is surrounded by 17th-century fortifications: platforms, curtain walls and a massive tower.
WORK
The aim of this project is to renovate the counterscarp wall of the Fort Vauban citadel. You will help restore this historic structure in order to preserve its integrity, guarantee the stability of the site and highlight the rich local cultural heritage, following an approach that respects the original characteristics of the wall. Accompanied by a specialist technical supervisor, you will initially be responsible for removing the vegetation from the facade, then disjointing and repointing with lime mortar. You'll learn a variety of techniques, including traditional masonry. You will be working mornings of 5 to 6 hours. Come with work clothes or clothes that may be damaged or dirty. We will provide you with safety equipment. No qualifications are required for this project.
ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD
Group accommodation in tents for 2 people, at the Fouras municipal *** campsite (swimming pool, multi-sports area, WIFI, snack bar...). You must bring your own warm duvet and a pillow; we provide inflatable mattresses. Bicycles are available for use around town. Food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner (you will have a food budget which the leaders will manage and communicate with you throughout the work camp). Meals will be prepared in turn by you, especially for lunch and dinner, while respecting environmental values and local resources, as well as everyone's culture (hot and cold dishes as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes will be prepared).
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
You can enjoy a wide range of activities, including the European Heritage Days, fishing and sailing with the local clubs. The beach, seaside bike rides, beach volleyball and other pleasures are all there for you to discover. You can also visit towns such as La Rochelle and Rochefort. Leisure time and local activities will give you the chance to meet the locals, who are eagerly awaiting your arrival!
Location: Fouras-les-Bains 17450, Charente-Maritime, 20 km from La Rochelle. Closest train station: Rochefort, 17300. Closest airport: BordeauxMérignac Time and directions to the meeting point: The meeting point is at the Cadoret campsite in Fouras. Bus stop "Cadoret" Line G from Rochefort station between 3 and 6 p.m. The organisers will provide a shuttle service between the station and the accommodation.